
Trigger Points & Chronic Illness: What You Need to Know Factsheet
Trigger Points & Chronic Illness: What You Need to Know Factsheet
If you live with a chronic condition, taking time off for flare-ups can feel stressful – especially when your employer uses “trigger points” or attendance reviews.
This quick-read fact sheet explains:
✅ What trigger points/checkpoints are and how they work
✅ What they mean if your absence is linked to a disability
✅ Your rights under the Equality Act 2010
✅ How to talk to your employer about adjustments and protect yourself from unfair treatment
Perfect for anyone managing ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID, MS or other long-term health conditions.